Business Details
41 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Eye Care Specialists in Milwaukee
Since 1985, Eye Care Specialists has been dedicated to providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and laser eye care to over 200,000 patients from Milwaukee, southeastern Wisconsin, and beyond. Our team of board-certified ophthalmologists, including Drs. Brett Rhode, Daniel Ferguson, Daniel Paskowitz, Michael Raciti, David Scheidt, and Austin Hribar, combines decades of experience with advanced technology to address a full spectrum of eye conditions. We prioritize patient education and personalized care, offering resources to enhance understanding of ocular health while emphasizing the importance of regular examinations.With three convenient locations and state-of-the-art surgical facilities, we ensure accessible, high-quality care tailored to individual needs. Our commitment to excellence extends to emergency services, flexible scheduling, and collaboration with referring providers to maintain continuity of care.
Services
Cataract Surgery
Glaucoma Treatment
LASIK
Diabetic Retinopathy Treatment
Dry Eye Therapy
Macular Degeneration Care
Corneal Transplantation
Pterygium Excision
Laser Vision Correction
Retinal Conditions Treatment
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of experience in medical and surgical eye care.
- Our team includes board-certified ophthalmologists with subspecialty expertise.
- We provide personalized care using advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies.
- We offer 24/7 emergency services for urgent eye care needs.
- Our practice maintains partnerships with top outpatient surgical facilities.
Services
Cataract Surgery
We perform no-stitch cataract removal with advanced intraocular lens implantation, including multifocal and astigmatism-correcting options. Our surgeons use cutting-edge techniques like femtosecond laser assistance and light-adjustable lenses to optimize visual outcomes. Patients benefit from preoperative counseling to select the most suitable lens based on lifestyle needs.
Glaucoma Treatment
Our comprehensive glaucoma management includes minimally invasive surgeries, laser trabeculoplasty, and medication therapy. We utilize advanced diagnostics like visual field testing and OCT imaging to monitor disease progression. Treatment plans focus on preserving optic nerve function and preventing vision loss through personalized care.
LASIK
We offer laser-assisted refractive surgery to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Using wavefront-guided technology and corneal mapping, our surgeons create customized treatment plans. The procedure reshapes the cornea to reduce dependency on glasses or contact lenses while maintaining safety and precision.
Diabetic Retinopathy Treatment
Our specialists provide anti-VEGF injections and laser photocoagulation to manage diabetic eye disease. Regular screenings detect early vascular changes, while advanced treatments stabilize vision and prevent complications. We collaborate with primary care physicians to ensure comprehensive diabetes-related eye health management.
Macular Degeneration Care
We diagnose and treat age-related macular degeneration using OCT imaging and intravitreal injections. Treatment focuses on slowing disease progression and maintaining central vision through anti-angiogenic medications. Patients receive guidance on nutritional supplements and low-vision resources to support long-term eye health.
People
Brett Rhode
Ophthalmologist
Dr. Rhode specializes in cataract and refractive surgery with over 25 years of experience. He contributes to clinical research and maintains active hospital privileges at multiple Milwaukee-area medical centers.
Daniel Ferguson
Ophthalmologist
Dr. Ferguson focuses on glaucoma management and complex corneal transplants. He serves as a surgical director at one of our outpatient centers and mentors optometry students through local university partnerships.
Daniel Paskowitz
Ophthalmologist
Dr. Paskowitz specializes in retinal disorders and laser vision correction. He has performed thousands of LASIK procedures and contributes to continuing education programs for regional eye care professionals.
Michael Raciti
Ophthalmologist
Dr. Raciti focuses on neuro-ophthalmology and oculoplastic surgery. He manages complex visual field defects and thyroid eye disease cases, utilizing both medical and surgical treatment approaches.
David Scheidt
Ophthalmologist
Dr. Scheidt specializes in macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy treatments. He leads community outreach initiatives promoting early detection of age-related eye diseases in senior populations.
Questions
What eye care services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive services including cataract surgery, glaucoma treatment, LASIK, diabetic retinopathy care, macular degeneration management, corneal transplants, and retinal disorder treatments.
Do you handle eye emergencies after hours?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency care. Call your regular office location to reach our on-call team for urgent eye conditions requiring immediate attention.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact any of our three offices in Milwaukee, Wauwatosa, or West Allis during business hours (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday) to schedule exams or treatments.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We work with most major medical insurance providers. Patients should verify coverage with their carrier and bring current insurance cards to appointments for accurate billing.
Do you offer financing options for procedures?
We accept major credit cards and offer prompt pay discounts on select services. Payment is required at the time of service for non-covered procedures.
Are your surgeons board-certified?
All our ophthalmologists are board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology with subspecialty training in areas like retina, glaucoma, and refractive surgery.
Reviews (6)
Alicia Smokowicz
Apr 25, 2021
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Had appointment back in april of this year Then was notified they had to reschedule till july 23rd. Now I get a call they need to reschedule till Nov 3rd Having issues and no one will explain
Joel Hansen
Feb 22, 2020
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As a doctor who frequently refers to eye care specialists, I am ALWAYS very please with the results they send back. Dr. Raciti in particular is probably one of the best cataract surgeons in the Midwest. When I end up needing cataract surgery or if any of my family ever needed eye surgery in any way, shape, or form, this would be the place I would go, hands down. Very, very reliable doctors at this office - you will not be disappointed in coming here
Nate Taylor
Feb 20, 2020
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WOW! Had an appointment at 3 and the doctor didn't see me until 4:30! I think I waited even longer the last time. Ridiculous!
Joanne Mueller
Nov 26, 2019
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If your appt is at 2 you won't be seen until 3. Then another 2 hours after that. Dr. Is nice but serious waiting issues!
Suzie Neumann
Dec 11, 2018
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Dr. Raciti was very kind and I heard he is one of the best. But some of his staff are very rude! I called with concerns about one of my eyes and was told that it had nothing to do with the cataract surgery and more to do with the many birthdays I have had. I worked in the Medical field for 27 years and would have been fired for talking to a patient that way!
Mary Knuese
Apr 30, 2018
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My vision is worse since I had cataract surgery. Went to the West Allis office. My post up visits with their in house Optomitrist was not good. First EX for reading was too strong. Couldn't read anything. Went back had another exam. This one I feel is not strong enough. I have to use glasses and magnifying glass in order to read. Distance was much better after the surgery was completed. That only lasted 2 months.
I feel I need both for reading and distance. Because it was not the fault of the place where I usually go. I had to pay for the 2nd RX. Overall I am very disappointed. Some of the staff are rude. Waiting time at office much too long. Would not recommend Eye Care Specialists. My vision isn't any better. Yes I did have cataracts? Do more research then I did. When I took the 2nd RX to where I usually go for eye exams and glasses I was took there was a big difference between the two exam scripts. I go to a private office not a chain. I pay a lot as I don't have vision insurance. I will never go back to Eye Care Specialists! Specialists?
I feel I need both for reading and distance. Because it was not the fault of the place where I usually go. I had to pay for the 2nd RX. Overall I am very disappointed. Some of the staff are rude. Waiting time at office much too long. Would not recommend Eye Care Specialists. My vision isn't any better. Yes I did have cataracts? Do more research then I did. When I took the 2nd RX to where I usually go for eye exams and glasses I was took there was a big difference between the two exam scripts. I go to a private office not a chain. I pay a lot as I don't have vision insurance. I will never go back to Eye Care Specialists! Specialists?